The small, peaceful city of Cheyenne is actually the capital of Wyoming, as well as the state's most populous city. Named after the Cheyenne Nation, one of the most prominent Great Plains tribes, this city acted as a gateway for westward expansion. Unsurprisingly, it's role earned Cheyenne the nickname Frontier City. The driving force behind the city's economy remains both military and political.
Not only does the government still convene in the original Wyoming State Capitol, just one of the many architecturally amazing historic buildings still standing and in use, but the US Air Force also remains in the renovated and renamed Fort Russell, now Francis E. Warren Air Force Base. Developments in the field of wind energy are also making great progress in Cheyenne. Thanks to the abundance of Chinook winds from the Rockies, Frontier City has plenty of this renewable resource.
Additionally, these winds help raise the temperature of this semi-arid city during the winter and keep the thick snow from lingering too long.
This is a great boon, because warmer temperatures allow residents and visitors alike to take advantage of Cheyenne's many beautiful parks. Aside from good roads and bikeways, as well as a healthy public transportation system, the elaborate Greater Cheyenne Greenway connects these parks as well as different areas of the city to one another. Located in Lincoln Park, Johnson Pool is a great way to cool down during the hot summer months.
This seasonal outdoor pool is open to the public from June until August, and offers pool rentals, swimming lessons and a swim team. Take advantage of this yard lap pool and diving board for a water recreation-filled summer! Slip on your two-stepping boots and head over to the Outlaw Saloon for a night filled with dance and drinks.
